About Yakov

• I have over 20 years experience as a music teacher, conductor, theater/orchestra director and a performer in Russia, Norway and the United States. • I possess excellent interpersonal skills and over the years developed the ability to communicate efficiently and connect with every student I teach.• I am creative and enthusiastic while working with people of all ages. • I have a reputation of being passionate about achieving professional goals.

Employment:09/08- Present NYC Board of Education, P.S. 48• Band & Orchestra Director• Teach children K-5 to play musical instruments in small groups and large ensembles• Organize and perform Winter and Spring Concerts

05/99-06/06 School for Musical Performance, Brooklyn, NY • Instructed students on Piano, Guitar, All string and wind instruments and vocals.• Prepared students for the auditions to the prestigious schools and other music organizations.

1993-1997 St. Petersburg Radio Orchestra, Russia• Principal BassoonistOther work experience: • Performed as a bassoonist with The Kirov Opera & Ballet Theatre, the Mussorgsky Opera & Ballet Theatre, The St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, The Chamber Opera Orchestra of St. Petersburg and other Symphony and Chamber orchestras of St. Petersburg, Russia• Performed Solo Recitals in Russia, Poland, Norway and United States

Education: 06/98 The St. Petersburg Conservatory of Music, St. Petersburg, Russia M.A. in Music: Major – Bassoon Performance; Minor – Conducting 06/91 The St. Petersburg College of Music named after Rimsky-Korsakov, RussiaB.A. with a Double Major in Orchestral Performance (Bassoon) and Music Education

*** Lesson Details ***Hi there!Would you just like to learn a few songs on the piano, violin or guitar? Or you'd like your child be become next Joshua Bell or Evgenij Kissin? My lessons are designed with each individual student in mind. I will start my lesson with introduction and proceed with warm-up routine. I always make sure that the student is comfortable with the pace that I am offering. I am mixing elements of music theory, history and performance techniques in order to help my student to embrace the beauty of music making experience. All my students are ready to perform at the recital after just 3-4 months of lessons.

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Very Patience Teacher. Teach my kids in a right way to play violin. I am very appreciate. the BEST violin teacher ever. Absolutely 5 stars

Emma S. June 3, 2018·Violin·Online

Very good teacher. I understand the problem with my kids when she is practicing, but i don't know how to take care of it. Mrs Yakov did. My girl is a little young, and she do need some patience, Thank you so much.

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Richmond Hill, NY 11418

(17)

starting at

$40
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About Frances B.

I offer my flute students of all ages and levels inspiring and interesting lessons based on classical repertoire, exercises and studies from from the Western European traditions of mostly the French school of flute playing, but also borrowing from the English and German traditions.

I work with my students to develop and improve tone quality and pitch control. I guide them through Moyse, De La Sonorite, and Trevor Wye's Practice Book 1 on Tone and note bending exercises. While guiding my students through exercises, etudes and pieces, I strive to sharpen their listening skills by drawing their attention to fuzzy tone, faulty pitch, uneven fingers etc. I use tuners and metronomes in my lessons to encourage these skills and to teach my students how to practice to get great results.

I thoroughly enjoy teaching and playing flute! With over 25 years of experience, I still find teaching to be the most rewarding and fun experience. I always look forward to meeting and working with new ...

About Frances

Originally from Massachusetts, I have been teaching children and adults flute for over 20 years. I teach from the very beginner student to the very advanced and I have additional training in the Suzuki Method which is especially helpful for beginning young children. I am primarily a classical flute teacher with extensive experience playing in various classical music settings.

My approach is friendly and patient. As I get to know my students, I can better guide them to accomplish the goal of learning flute but, in the process, I never lose sight o the person whom I am teaching. It has to be a pleasant experience as well as challenging. I have learned throughout the years when to relax my expectations of perfection and when to intensify them. I am looking for a good attitude in my students. My students come to me trying their best during

the lesson time and also making time in their schedules to practice. Every student is different and has different goals. I consider the differences while I am teaching them. My younger students don't usually know how serious they are about the instrument. For them especially, it has to be fun and interesting. I make every effort to combine my students in small chamber music groups for recitals. Nearly all of my students participate in regular studio recitals with a pianist provided to accompany them.

My private teachers include: Mindy Kaufman of the NYPhil, Stephanie Mortimore of the MET Orchestra, Linda Chesis of the Manhattan School of Music, Bernard Goldberg of the Pittsburgh Symphony and Philip Kaplan and Paul Fried of the Boston Symphony

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Crystal February 14, 2017·Flute·In studio

Our son attended a neighborhood concert and was struck with the idea that he’d like to learn to play the flute. We knew absolutely nothing about flutes at that time, but we consider ourselves so, so fortunate that Frannie came to us by recommendation.

Frannie is fun and has a great sense of humor. She is endlessly patient and relaxed, but also firm when she needs to be. She always keeps the music interesting for him – for example, after a period of working hard on the pieces in the Suzuki Method repertoire, she encourages him to mix it up and play some things just for fun, like the popular themes to Star Wars and Harry Potter.

Our son, now 9, has been studying with Frannie for almost a year now, and I cannot believe how much he has grown and improved in such a short amount of time. Frannie inspires him to play his very best; he works hard to emulate her gorgeous tone. He absolutely loves his weekly lessons, he looks forward to her student recitals, and he is motivated to practice every day.

It is a beautiful thing to watch your child fall in love with making music, and we credit this to Frannie. She has our highest recommendation.

Eamon G March 28, 2016·Flute·In studio

I took lessons with Frannie for more than ten years, starting at age 4 in an introduction to music class at the Brooklyn Music School. Through her I found not just a great love for music but a lens through which I discovered and learned about the world. With Frannie, once a week for nearly my entire childhood, I would learn to practice and work at a piece or phrase, or to interpret and have and opinion on music I played, or to play like I mean every note, and so on endlessly. Those skills were some of the earliest and most important lessons I had about how to live and enjoy my life, and art, and how to work hard, and care about what I do for my own sake and no one else's. And I don't believe just any teacher could have done that for me. Since moving on I have often felt a different excitement and deep understanding of music than many of the peers I met who have spent far more time than me studying music.

I'm still a musician. I graduated recently from Bard College with a degree in music and have since played onstage in a very successful off-broadway musical. I've played in many orchestras including with graduate & conservatory students at Bard, with the New York Youth Symphony Orchestra, and at LaGuardia High School (formerly Music & Art). I have moved on to other instruments, and forms of music, but I credit Frances not just for showing me how much I love music but for teaching me in many ways how to enjoy and get what I want from life. I can't recommend her enough.

Ben February 1, 2016·Flute·In studio

My daughter Coco studied with Frances for a number of years. Without question Francis was the best music teacher Coco ever had, and she's had quite a few.
Francis is generous, creative, and inspiring to work with, she has the perfect balance of qualities that a music student needs. She's highly motivating and makes demands of her students which stretch them to achieve their full potential, yet she never pushes past their limits; Coco never felt stressed by her practice but always wanted to fulfill the expectation of excellence which Francis instilled in her. Francis always led by example and was kind, supportive, and a lot of fun to work with. She's also disciplined, reliable, and punctual. I give her the highest recommendation.

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Frances B.

Brooklyn, NY 11218

(11)

starting at

$50
/ 30-min

About David N

About David

I am a 20 year musician with 11 years teaching experience. Born and raised in New York City, I attended Laguardia high school for music and art and afterward Queens College majoring in music. My main instruments are Clarinet, Drums, and Saxophone, but i also have a strong background in Piano, Trumpet, and Flute. I've taken private music lessons for the past 15 years with world class musicians, among them David Weber and Howard Hirsch. I've performed in every major concert hall in New York City, including Carnegie Hall when i was only 11 years old. I performed alongside many famous musicians, including the late Tito Puente.

*** Lesson Details ***My teaching includes all aspects of music; Musical theory, sight singing, as well as Music History. My teaching style allows the child to have fun while they learn their instrument, but I emph

asize a strong practice regiment. Your child will understand that while learning music and an instrument can be fun, there will be some work involved if they want to become great. I usually use either the Alfred or Rubank method books to supplement a curriculum that I tailor make for each individual student. Any question or confusion a student has about anything during the lesson will be explained in detail and dealt with until he/she understands the concept. I've had many students pass all levels of the ABRSM and NYSSMA exams as well as receive academic scholarships for musical excellence.

*** Studio Equipment ***Lessons in the living room, drums set, piano,

*** Travel Equipment ***I require that students buy the books I suggest, but if it is necessary, I can provide photocopies of pages from the books that I own. I also require my students to provide all writing equipment.

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My son really enjoyed his first lesson. Looking forward to how he will progress.

Matt January 8, 2018·Trumpet·In home

David came on time for our schedule lesson and came in ready to go. He helped my son the corrected way to blow trumpet (which he never learn from school) and broke down lesson so that he is not over wheeled. In just first lesson, I can hear the difference in my son's use of trumpet.

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David N

Elmont, NY 11003

(21)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Monica G.

I provide clear lesson plans, regular evaluations, and at least 2 performance opportunities a year. Custom built lesson plans depending on age and level. Lots of duets and CD accompaniment. Get a great tone on your flute and improve your sight reading in weeks!

About Monica

I'm a performing artist and music teacher. I received my Bachelors and Masters degree in vocal performance at Boston's New England Conservatory, where I was a member of the jazz, classical, and third-stream departments. I also spent 8 years gigging in Berlin, Germany and teaching adults and teenagers. However, I've always also enjoyed working with kids; especially introducing them to music through piano, language, movement, role-playing, and singing. I have the most experience teaching piano, and I think it's the best instrument to start on, if you don't know much about music. But flute was my first instrument, and singing is my forte!

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Stephen C. April 2, 2018·Piano·In home

Monica is a great instructor. She instructs a lot of children and has tons of patience and a great sense of humor - I'm an adult and this patience and humor carries over to my age group as well. She's excellent with all types of music on the piano and vocal coaching as well - she'll learn anything you want and teach it back to you - she's tough too, make sure you do the basics, and you'll get a lot out of her instruction.

Rachel Y. November 13, 2017·Piano·In home

Very professional and very kind. I hope my daughter could learn singing and flute from Ms. Monica in the future too. Thank you, Ms. Monica!

Hansen L. September 22, 2017·Piano·In home

Nice and warm.. Is highly skilled teacher.
Hansen family

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Monica G.

Madison, NJ 07940

(10)

starting at

$50
/ 30-min

About Lauren K.

About Lauren

I have taught students from the age of four to sixty in all levels of flute, piccolo, alto and tenor saxophone as well as beginner clarinet. For the younger students I have also used to recorder to teach notes and to build confidence. My goal is to make the learning fun as that turns practicing into fun time not work.

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Rachel I. March 14, 2018·Flute·In home

First lesson went very well, daughter understood everything she explained .. looking forward to continue with her..

Sonny R. March 19, 2017·Clarinet·In home

The lesson went great. My son was very happy. Lauren is a sweet young lady who I could see right away works well with kids.

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Lauren K.

Brooklyn, NY 11234

(2)

starting at

$40
/ 30-min

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About Yung-Ai W.

I started formal music training at the age of four and earned a Master's Degree in Flute Performance at New York University. Since 2010, I have been giving music lessons. Most of my students passed and reached the short-term goals or exams I gave them, including NYSSMA, ABRSM, and some of them even got accepted into special high schools. I have my own teaching curriculum and style; I will as well use some special tools to help students improve, and teach some music theory, ear-training, sight-reading, and a lot more techniques in our lessons. But generally, all lessons are customized and catered depends on each student's abilities and goals. We can definitely figure out together the best way to help you or your child to improve. Take lessons with me, not only will you be playing songs in no time, but you will be building a strong foundation of music making!

About Yung-Ai

Born in Taipei, Taiwan, flutist Yung-Ai Wang graduated from Keelung Senior High School Music Specialized Class and Shih Chien University, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Music. In 2016, she graduated from New York University and earned her Master's degree in Music Performance with a GPA of 3.9. She had also been acclaimed by world well-known flutist, Keith Underwood, as one of his best students during her school year in NYU.

Started her formal music training at the age of four, Yung-Ai had performed both as a soloist and an orchestra member with various orchestras, including NYU Symphony Orchestra, Shih Chien University Orchestra, Shih Chien University Wind Ensemble, and Utopia Opera. Notable performance venues include Taiwan Center Association, Opera America, Queens College LeFrak Concert Hall, Shelter Studios and Theatre

s, Hunter College Lang Recital Hall, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York, Peter Norton Symphony Space, NYU Loewe Theatre, Church of St. Joseph, Taiwan Taipei National Concert Hall, and Taipei Zhong Shan Hall. Yung-Ai was also invited to perform in Tokyo Disneyland with Shih Chien University Wind Ensemble in 2013.

Always endeavoring to improve her playing, Yung-Ai gave three undergraduate recitals and won first prize in several competitions and scholarships during her school years, including Taiwan National Student Competition of Music, Taipei City Student Music Competition, Taipei City Culture Cup Music Competition, Taipei City Capital Cup Music Competition, and Asia Pacific Cup International Music Competition.

In order to become a better teacher, Yung-Ai also attend master classes with different flutists, including Judith Mendenhall, the principal flutist of the American Ballet Theatre Orchestra, Trevor Wye, and James Galway.

In 2017, Yung-Ai founded a chamber music group, Across the Span--Taiwanese in the United States, with her two other musician friends, and had been giving concerts throughout New York City.

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New York, NY 10017

starting at

$59
/ 30-min

About Sarah A.

I am a very experienced flute player and teacher with many years of experience. I am currently a senior studying flute performance at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University, and I am very understanding and helpful in lessons. I try my hardest to explain things in as many ways to help students learn individually, as every student learns in different styles.

About Sarah

Hello! I will be starting my Masters at NYU in September, where I will be studying flute performance. While completing my degree, I will also be teaching private lessons to non-music majors who are attending NYU. I recently graduated from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music this past May, where I received a Bachelors Degree in Music Performance with a minor in art history. While at IU, I studied under Kathryn Lukas and participated in various ensembles and concerts.

I am originally from Atlanta, Georgia, where I studied under Christina Smith, the principal flutist of the Atlanta Symphony, and I also participated in a numerous amount of masterclasses and performances with many different flutists. I have been playing the flute for 16 years, and I have been playing the piano for 18 years. I also play the piccolo, alto flute, ba

ss flute, clarinet, and the guitar.

I have been teaching the flute for over 8 years. I have taught students of all ages and levels. I also have worked with high school students in assisting with flute sectionals through the band program.

I am experienced with a large variety of styles, and I am open to exploring different types of music.

My goal is to give students the ability and resources to grow to become an overall musician. I am very encouraging and enthusiastic in my teaching.

Please contact me with any questions :)

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Caroline September 27, 2017·Flute·Online

I was very skeptical at first about doing online lessons, but I'm very pleased with how the lesson went. Sarah really took the time to listen, and she is very patient. She helped me so much even though I am a beginner, and she showed me how to get better on my own as well.

Ashley September 10, 2017·Flute·In studio

Sarah helped me so much in getting a good chair in my high school band audition. I was worried about not knowing all the notes in the scales but she told me how to practice them and I made a high chair in the band I wanted to be in. Thank u Sarah!!!!

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Sarah A.

New York, NY 10009

(2)

starting at

$20
/ 30-min

About Lauren T.

As classically trained musician, I have found myself playing a wide range of genres in my professional life, from musical theater to jazz flute. I work in NYC as an actor/musician, and have been seen touring the country in the tony-award winning musical, Once! I love working with students of all ages, but have lots of experience working with elementary-aged kids.

About Lauren

I'm an actor/musician in NYC, and have taught kids all over the world! I'm available for in-home, online, and in-studio lessons, where I can teach violin, flute, singing, acting, and English (ESL). In addition to teaching, this summer you can see me play the title role in The Fiddler on the Roof off-Broadway at NYTF, directed by Tony and Oscar winner, Joel Grey!

I received my BFA in Acting from Boston University's school of theater, but I have been making music since I could walk. As a classically trained singer, violinist and flautist, I've been able to incorporate my musical talents with my career as an actress. I play a range of professional gigs, from churches to rock concerts to pit orchestras. I had the chance to travel around the US, performing in theaters around the country for the Broadway national tour of the tony-award winni

While most of my life has been spent performing, I discovered a love for teaching after college. I have been teaching music and theater for 5 years, and two years ago I began teaching ESL to elementary students in Turkey. I fell in love with teaching English, and feel my training in theater and music helps me use different, exciting teaching techniques in our lessons. I am conversational in both Turkish and Spanish as well!

No matter if we're working on music, acting, or English, I'm incredibly committed to my students and want each lesson to be fun and motivational. I'm a patient, supportive teacher, and know that each student is unique and moves at his/her own pace! Please reach out to me, and I will be happy to answer your questions!

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Lisa (Catherine’s mom) March 1, 2018·Violin·In home

We love Lauren. She is making violin a great experience for our daughter (11 yrs old). She is very thorough and encouraging, and introduces interesting music that is fun and challenging for a beginner student. Our daughter says she can truly feel her own improvement, and is really happy to have additional lessons with Lauren, beyond what she receives in school. Lauren is flexible with scheduling and very reliable, and we intend to stick with her - and with the violin- for the duration!

Lauren December 23, 2017·Violin·

Lauren is an awesome violinist. I worked with her in a show and watched her tackle many different styles of music, improvise with other musicians, and collaborate on new material. I would recommend her to anyone!

Ruby December 20, 2017·Violin·In studio

Lauren Thomas is an excellent musician with a tremendous amount of patience and a seemingly boundless supply of talents. As a fellow musician who has played professionally alongside Lauren, I have witnessed first hand her skilled mastery of both the flute and the violin -- as intuitive as she is technically proficient. Apart from her musical abilities, she's kind, fun and sensitive and would make for either a great beginner violin teacher or as an instructor for someone with intermediate skills looking to expand their abilities. Cannot recommend her highly enough! Whether you're seeking instruction in the flute or the violin, Lauren's the woman for the job.

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New York, NY 10016

(6)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Andrés C.

Music is a language that opens the doors of our world. Every individual has their own process of learning, and for this reason I customize the best study method for each one, working in an environment of passion and discipline. My goal is for my students to enjoy the challenge of creating music with perfect technique, a beautiful tone and musicality. I help students achieve their dreams by focusing on their musical goals, interests and aspirations.

About Andrés

Born in Santuario, Risaralda, Colombia in 1990. Flutist, Andres received his B.Mus. Education. from Technological University of Pereira-Colombia. Co-founder of Cultural and Environmental Festival “In the Shadow of Tatamá” creator and coordinator of the International Meeting of Flutists “El Flautín del Bosque” in Colombia, Chavez is a teacher of music and is in the process of researching and composing music for flute solo using a soundscape focused on birds in the Andean region.

From 2010 to 2012, Andres participated as a flutist in the orchestra of the “International Festival of Flutists in the Center of the World” Quito-Ecuador. In 2013, he was invited to participate in the “Flute Orchestra of the Americas” Conducted by Angeleita Floyd at the 41st annual National Flute Association Convention held in New Orleans.

Andres has participated

in several master classes with Angeleita Floyd, Sheryl Cohen, Jean Louis Beaumadier, Sammi Junnonen, Celso Woltzenlogel, Martha Councell and Michel Bellavance; and was Principal flutist of the Technological University Symphony Orchestra and the UTP Wind Symphony Band-Colombia 2010 through 2015.

Additionally, a principal flutist with the Chamber Orchestra of Southeastern Louisiana University in the Spring Season 2016 and principal flute assistant in Spring Season 2017. Andrés earned his Master in Music Performance from Southeastern Louisiana University where he got a full Scholarship and worked as a GA in the Department of The Performing Arts.

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Andrés C.

Englewood, NJ 07631

starting at

$42
/ 30-min

About Ying-Ting L.

I'm a professional flutist and pianist who recently graduated from Berklee College of Music. I also have a performance Bachelor from one of the best music performance universities in Taiwan, which is Taipei National University of the Arts. I have played the flute for 18 years and piano for 20 years. Also, I have lots of experience playing in a vast amount of different type of concerts. From chamber to orchestra, from pop to classical, and from section player to an orchestra soloist. The lessons are personally customized and a variety of styles such as: Pop, classical, jazz, world music and more will be learned. I'm willing to help students to improve as much as they can :) And here are some of my awards and honors that I would love to share with you: -2017: the Soren Christensen Award from Film Scoring Department at Berklee College of Music. -2016: the Matthew Marvuglio Endowed Scholarship at Berklee College of Music. -2015: the Performance Division Dean’s Award at Berklee ...

About Ying-Ting

I'm a professional flutist and pianist who recently graduated from Berklee College of Music. I also have a performance Bachelor from one of the best music performance universities in Taiwan, which is Taipei National University of the Arts. I have played the flute for 18 years and piano for 20 years. Also, I have lots of experience playing in a vast amount of different type of concerts. From chamber to orchestra, from pop to classical, and from section player to an orchestra soloist. The lessons are personally customized and a variety of styles such as: Pop, classical, jazz, world music and more will be learned. I'm willing to help students to improve as much as they can :) And here are some of my awards and honors that I would love to share with you: -2017: the Soren Christensen Award from Film Scoring Department at Berkle

e College of Music.-2016: the Matthew Marvuglio Endowed Scholarship at Berklee College of Music.-2015: the Performance Division Dean’s Award at Berklee College of Music. -2013: Be elected as the representative addressing the students at the graduation ceremony at Taipei National University of the Arts.-2012-2013: Be elected as the Director of Graph Arts in TNUA Music Department Student Association.-2012-2013 1st place and 3rd place for Presidential Awards at Taipei National University of the Arts.-2009: 1st place for Taipei National Student Competition of Flute solo.-2005: 1st place for Taiwan National Student Competition of Woodwind Quintet.-1999: 2nd place for Taiwan National Student Competition of Piano Solo.-1999: 2nd place for Taiwan National Student Competition of Recorder Solo.

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Reviews

xi L. April 9, 2018·Flute·In studio

very kind teacher!

Mary March 21, 2018·Flute·In home

Ying Ting is the flute teacher for my daughter Amelia, she is very good at teaching kids. Now I am planning to learn it myself too!

Laura March 20, 2018·Classical Piano·In studio

Ying is very professional, I learned many Disney songs from her and she was being really patient with me.

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instincts that allow him to express a broad range of musical styles. He is truly an eclectic musician.Eduardo possesses a great talent of sharing his knowledge with his students. He is a hard working, organized, caring and loyal person. Observing his lessons as a colleague is always motivating and I can tell that his passion for music is persuasive.I highly recommend him!"

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re's absolutely no pressure and I feel very comfortable even when I make mistakes. I've played flute for a long time but I needed to "fine tune" some things so I definitely picked the right teacher! I would highly recommend Roberta to any flute player no matter what level you're on! (Just a note: Just in the first lesson I learned SO much! I was already sounding better!)"

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